2023 Ford F-150 Problems, Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2023 Ford F-150, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.

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Written by Amir Guerami, Attorney· Last reviewed November 1, 2026

Recall campaigns

NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.

513

Data last refreshed (Eastern time)

November 6, 2026

NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns for the 2023 F-150 and 513 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is power train, with 188 reports.

Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.

2023 F-150 Recall Records

Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING · 26V578000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles. The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION | BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · 26V489000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C37. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 31, 2026.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL · 26V104000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY · 25V729000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 30, 2025.

POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS · 25V512000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. This is a phased recall. Ford owners will receive letters in multiple phases, beginning August 2025 through Winter 2025. Phase 1 will include 2023 F-150 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include 2025 F-150 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 F-150 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 22, 2025. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S82. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V896.

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · 25V315000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · 24V852000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.

POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS · 23V896000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 9, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S65.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE | STEERING:COLUMN · 23V847000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 and Ford SD F250, F350, F450, F550, and F600 vehicles. The steering wheel clock spring may have an insufficient weld, causing a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the clock spring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL · 23V509000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a single exhaust system. Contact with the rear axle housing may damage the wiring harness, causing the electric parking brake to activate unexpectedly.

Remedy: Dealers will install a protective tie strap, tape wrap, and replace the harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S35.

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2023 F-150 Service Bulletins

A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.

Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.

Number	Date	Component	Summary	NHTSA record
CAD-26-4049	Oct 30, 2026	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	A Cloud Assisted Diagnostic based on connected vehicle information is available for this VIN. The presence of this confirmed DTC provides dealer authorization to perform the fol…	11039152
CAD-26-4048	Oct 30, 2026	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	A Cloud Assisted Diagnostic based on connected vehicle information is available for this VIN. The presence of this confirmed DTC provides dealer authorization to perform the fol…	11039149
CAD-26-4047	Oct 30, 2026	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	A Cloud Assisted Diagnostic based on connected vehicle information is available for this VIN. The presence of this confirmed DTC provides dealer authorization to perform the fol…	11039147
CAD-26-4046	Oct 30, 2026	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	A Cloud Assisted Diagnostic based on connected vehicle information is available for this VIN. The presence of this confirmed DTC provides dealer authorization to perform the fol…	11039145
CAD-26-4045	Oct 30, 2026	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	A Cloud Assisted Diagnostic based on connected vehicle information is available for this VIN. The presence of this confirmed DTC provides dealer authorization to perform the fol…	11039142
TSB 26-2436	Oct 30, 2026	POWER TRAIN, STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may have diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P05B0 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) during a self-test. An illumi…	11038911
26L03	Oct 27, 2026	POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER	Special Field Action 26L03 Certain 2013-2024 Model Year California Emissions-Certified Vehicles Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Pump Reimbursement	11039180
TSB 26-2448	Oct 27, 2026	POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODY, UNKNOWN OR OTHER	This bulletin supersedes 25-2236. Reason for update: To consolidate prior articles and revise the Service Procedure to add an AAD blade limit strap. Some of the vehicles listed…	11038916
PT-26.18.6 F-150Lightning	Oct 22, 2026	UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES	25C69 Recall remedy - Updates the Secondary On-Board Diagnostic Module C to provide for release of the Integrated Park Module slider in the event a bind condition occurs allowin…	11038690
TSB 26-2408 v2	Oct 22, 2026	POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER	This bulletin supersedes 26-2309. Reason for update: update the Model section to remove Aviator 10R80, update theParts list to add 3.3L to W520514-S440, and add L1MZ-7Z490-G val…	11038672
TSB 26-2432	Oct 16, 2026	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	This bulletin supersedes 26-2238. Reason for update: To update the Service Procedure to include diagnostics for the fuel vapor vent valve and the fuel tank isolation valve. Some…	11038615
TSB 26-2442	Oct 14, 2026	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER	This bulletin supersedes 26-2297. Reason for update: Add 2022-2025 Transit vehicles. Some of the vehicles listed in the model statement above equipped with SYNC4 may experience…	11038617
SSM 55228	Oct 8, 2026	UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE	Some 2020-2026 Aviator/Explorer/F-150/Bronco/Ranger vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L (non-diesel) engine may need the front engine cover removed and reinstalled for various…	11038440
26B07	Sep 24, 2026	FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	Recommended Repair Prior to Sale Customer Satisfaction Program 26B07 Certain 2021-2025 Model Year F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E Vehicles Undesired Acceleration Due to Adapt…	11037782
TSB 26-2092 V2	Sep 22, 2026	STRUCTURE:BODY, UNKNOWN OR OTHER	This article supersedes TSB 25-2466 to add Bronco Sport, Escape, Maverick and Corsair, as well as removing Expedition and Navigator. One time use parts for Corsair and Bronco Sp…	11037678
TSB 26-2408	Sep 22, 2026	POWER TRAIN	This bulletin supersedes 26-2309. Reason For Update: update the Model section to remove Aviator 10R80, update the Parts list to add 3.3L to W520514-S440, and add L1MZ-7Z490-G va…	11037559
TCU-26.2.12.2.2 Mach E, F	Sep 16, 2026	UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	Quality improvements include: -Addresses a bug that may cause updates to fail	11037419
ECG-26.2.12.3 F-150LtMac	Sep 16, 2026	UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	Quality improvements include: -ePrivacy enhancements	11037416
TSB 26-2391	Sep 3, 2026	UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	This bulletin updates 26-2206. Reason for update: update the Service Procedure to revise Steps 19-21, adding Step 22, and adding Figure 15-16 to clarify connector C316 location.…	11037297
TSB 26-2395	Aug 26, 2026	UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN	This article supersedes 26-2287. Reason for update: update the labor operation numbers to add MT to operations C, F, G, H, J, K, L and M, and correct the part number LIMZ-4A015-…	11036595

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